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Weston board warns homeowners: driveway work in town right‑of‑way requires a permit
Summary
Selectboard reviewed several driveway access/right‑of‑way violations, requested follow‑up meetings with the Road Foreman for affected residents, and clarified that paving extending into the town right‑of‑way will not be repaired by the town if damaged by plowing.
The Selectboard reviewed the town’s driveway installation standards and emphasized that an Access/Right‑of‑Way Permit is required before any driveway construction, regrading, resurfacing, or other work within the town highway right‑of‑way. The board said the rule exists "to maintain road integrity, ensure proper drainage, and prevent erosion." Three letters had been sent to property owners believed to be in violation; two attendees, Ethan Foster and Jessica Turner, attended the meeting seeking clarification.
Ethan Foster said he believed he had the correct permits and approvals from the former Road Foreman but that his completed work may not meet current specifications; the board asked him to meet with Road Foreman Jeff Yrsha to determine necessary corrective steps. The board told Jessica Turner that a portion of her recently paved driveway extended into the town’s right‑of‑way and explicitly noted that the Town will not repair pavement located within the right‑of‑way if it is damaged by winter plowing.
